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RetroSpec Exclusive Series No-Wire ABR-1 Les Paul Bridge - Gold
RetroSpec Exclusive Series No-Wire ABR-1 Les Paul Bridge - Gold
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The gold ABR-1 for Goldtop, Les Paul Custom, and gold-hardware builds. Same no-wire vintage spec — in correct gold plate. Brass saddles, gold plated, un-notched. No retaining wire. Available NOS or Aged — aged gold develops a warm, dulled patina consistent with decades of play.
- Saddles: Brass, gold plated, un-notched
- Retaining wire: None — vintage correct (pre-1961 spec)
- Post spacing: 2-29/32" (73.8mm)
- String spread: 2-1/16" (52.4mm)
- Available: NOS or Aged
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